We explored the potential benefits of a garlic-derived compound called diallyl trisulfide (DATS) in combating the H9N2 avian influenza virus. This study specifically looked at its antiviral properties both in human cells and in mice to see if it could provide relief from this infection.
In our research, we treated human lung A549 cells and also utilized BABL/c mice to assess DATS’s effectiveness. We applied DATS before and after the infection and measured its impact on viral loads, inflammatory responses, and overall lung health.
The results were promising. Whether given before or after exposure to the virus, DATS treatment reduced viral loads and led to an improved immune response by increasing antiviral gene expression while also decreasing inflammatory cytokines. Similar benefits were observed in infected mice, highlighting less lung inflammation and edema.
Overall, the findings suggest that DATS may offer a novel alternative for treating influenza, specifically the H9N2 strain, showcasing garlic's potential role in managing viral infections.
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